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Position Details
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Continuing | Full-Time
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Higher Education Officer Level 6 | $89,773 - $95,718 p.a.
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Location: Tonsley
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About the Role
We are seeking a skilled and hands-on Technical Support Officer (Mechanical/Civil) to support the delivery of innovative technical projects that enhance both teaching and research within the College of Science and Engineering. In this dynamic position, you will be responsible for the design, development, construction, commissioning, and documentation of specialised civil and mechanical equipment.
As a Technical Support Officer (Mechanical/Civil), your key responsibilities will also include:
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Managing and maintaining engineering teaching laboratories, including performing repairs and calibrations on both commercial and custom-built lab and workshop equipment.
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Designing, developing, constructing, commissioning, and documenting specialised civil & mechanical equipment from general specifications to Australian Standards where relevant.
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Providing expert advice, training, supervision, and feedback to staff and students on equipment use, sample preparation, practical engineering design, and safety protocols.
About You
You are a technically proficient professional with a trade qualification in Fitting and Turning or Toolmaking, complemented by an Advanced Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (or an equivalent qualification). You will have sound experience with engineering tools and machines and will be highly proficient in the use of manual and numerically controlled machining methods suited to specific construction tasks. You bring a proven track record of independently developing, maintaining, and troubleshooting specialised mechanical or civil equipment.
You have a keen eye for detail, a solutions-focused mindset, and a strong customer service ethic. Your ability to balance practical trade skills with analytical thinking will set you apart.
Ideally, you will also bring:
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Proficiency in numerical control (NC) machining and experience using industry-standard CAD/CAM software such as Autodesk™ or SolidWorks™ (desirable).
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Practical experience conducting mechanical/civil engineering tests (e.g. for concrete, steel, soil, and hydrology) in line with relevant Australian Standards (desirable).
Life at Flinders
We're transforming and investing in people and facilities to create contemporary, stimulating, and satisfying learning and work environments that reflect our core values of excellence, innovation, courage, and integrity. Flinders is refocusing its strategic priorities with the aim of elevating its performance to be a top ten Australian university, and amongst the top 1% in the world.
Reaching beyond the limits of buildings, borders, and backgrounds, ours is an inclusive culture that believes absolutely in equality and opportunity for all. We don't just accommodate differences; we embrace and celebrate them. So, why work at Flinders?
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17% Superannuation + salary packaging options
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Flexible working arrangements
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Wide range of professional development activities and services
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We embrace diversity and promote equity and inclusion for all students and staff
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Vibrant campus life and amenities including on campus health care services, gym and childcare centre (Bedford Park, South Australia).
Prescribed Conditions for Employment
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A valid Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check which is satisfactory to the University will also be required before the successful applicant can commence in this position.
How to Apply and Information
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You are required to submit Suitability Statement of no more than 3 pages, addressing the below four Key Position Capabilities of the position description.
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Trade qualifications in Fitting and Turning or Toolmaking, together with an Advanced Mechanical Engineering Diploma or equivalent qualifications with extensive post trade experience.
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Lab and or Workshop management and maintenance experience.
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Knowledge of Civil/Mechanical materials and testing methods according to Australian Standards
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For more information regarding this position, we strongly encourage you to contact Anthony Papageorgiou.
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Applications to be submitted before 10.00pm:
07 May 2025
At Flinders we embrace and celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and gender identities.
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